Türkiye March - April 2022 Issue

Market Trends

“Iconic” Opportunities

By Shem Oirere | May 1, 2022

A closer look at Egypt’s construction boom and what it means for VT companies

Editor's Overview

We will meet at the exhibitions after a long hiatus

By Bülent Yılmaz | April 1, 2022

Modernization

Mövenpick Bosphorus Hotel Project

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

In 2020, a renovation decision was made for Movenpick Bosphorus Hotel, which was built at the bottom of Yıldız Ramp, the heart of Istanbul.

Modernization

Otis’ Sabancı Center Modernization Project

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

Eight elevators in two towers of Sabancı Center, located in 4. Levent, Istanbul, and composed of two towers of 140- and 158-meters,

Modernization

What is Elevator Modernization and Why is it Needed?

By Murat Dönmez | April 1, 2022

Revision and renewal of the existing system, in order to provide efficiency for elevators and to meet the improving and changing needs,

Modernization

Modernization and Electronic Equipment of Elevators

By Erol Akçay | April 1, 2022

Elevator maintenance and modernization have been inseparable over the years. In international references, modernization is defined

Project Spotlight

New MRL Elevator

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

Mitsubishi Electric Corp. announced its new Diamond-Trac® 2 Series machine-room-less (MRL) elevator featuring a space-saving design,

Events

EAYSAD and IZTO Hold Occupational Committee Seminars

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

Izmir Chamber of Commerce (IZTO) 55th Machinery Occupational Group and EAYSAD (Aegean Elevator and Escalator Industrialists’ Association)

Events

ISO Holds Webinar on Industrial Energy Efficiency For Green Transition

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

On January 11, 2022, Istanbul Chamber of Industry (ISO) organized a webinar on “Industrial Energy Efficiency for Green Transition

Events

The Sector Meets at Asansör Istanbul After Three Years

By Elevator World | April 1, 2022

Countdown for the 17th International Lift Exhibition “Asansör Istanbul,” organized by Tarsus Turkey with the support of AYSAD

Events

Interlift 2022 will be the First Meeting Point of the Industry During the Pandemic

By Bülent Yılmaz | April 1, 2022

At the press conference held via Zoom on February 1, 2022, İnterlift organizer AFAG Messen declared the figures related to the organization’s

Events

Turkish and Arab Businesspeople Meet at TURAB Expo

By Bülent Yılmaz | April 1, 2022

At the 16th Turkish-Arab Cooperation Summit held on January 27-28, 2022, at Pullman Istanbul Hotel and Convention Center, the Turkish-Arab Countries

Modernization

Future Modernizations

By Dr. Rory Smith | February 28, 2022

Modernization has been a part of the lift industry for a very long time. Buildings that are more than 100 years old have been modernized multiple times.

COVID-19

COVID-19 Impact, Outlook

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

After a hiatus in Q3 2021, a sixth industry survey reveals challenges including material shortages and bright spots, such as employment.

Escalators

Old Stairs, “New” Steps

By Mario Xu | December 1, 2021

If your vintage escalator’s parts are unavailable, there is still a way to get replacements.

History

A Story of Destruction and Rebirth

By Carmen Maldacena | December 1, 2021

Iconic Llao Llao Hotel in Argentine Patagonia and its VT system continue to enchant.

Modernization

Traction MRLs Replace Coastal Site’s Aging Hydraulics

By Elise King | October 1, 2021

KONE’s EcoDisc technology helps modernize upscale office complex’s VT system.